RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — New Orleans is a popular destination to ring in the New Year, but it's also the location of this year's Sugar Bowl between Notre Dame and the University of Georgia. Among the many fans planning to attend the game is UGA alumnus, and publisher/owner of Raleigh Magazine, Gina Stephens. At least 15 dead after man drove pickup truck into crowd on Bourbon Street Stephens told CBS 17 she is staying about three blocks from where the early New Year's Day attack happened in which a driver behind the wheel of a pickup truck rammed into a crowd on Bourbon Street. This act of violence, carried out by Shamsud-Din Bahar Jabbar, killed at least 15 people and injured more than 35 in what the FBI is investigating as an act of terrorism. "We left hours before this happened and to wake up this morning and find out that just, the same places we were hours before had had this horrific incident," said Stephens. She said she did not hear anything and is thankfully okay but described the scene she saw Wednesday. "You can't look down any block in this downtown area and not see blue lights or crime tape," she told CBS 17. "You know, the most disturbing thing I saw—and it was multiple—five coroner trucks lining the street and that just, it aches at your heart. You just know that's somebody's family who's forever changed on what should have been a wonderful holiday night." Stephens tells us she still plans to attend the game which was postponed for 24 hours. CBS 17 also asked local law enforcement in Raleigh how they prepare for events with similarly large crowds, and the potential threats. The Raleigh Police Department said: "In the best interest of public safety, the Raleigh Police Department does not release information about security arrangements/tactical strategies for events. However, it can be said that Department personnel who are responsible for the security and logistical planning consider and evaluate many factors, including events that have occurred elsewhere, as they make safety and staffing decisions. As is always the case, spectators and participants at the City of Raleigh’s upcoming events are asked to notify any of our uniformed officers stationed at any activity or those positioned along and near a route if they see anyone or anything that appears suspicious." Raleigh Police Department We also contacted the Wake County Sheriff's Office with the same inquiry. It said: "The Wake County Sheriff's Office works closely with our local state and federal law enforcement partners to ensure the safety and security of our community during large-scale gatherings and special events. Through collaborative planning, sharing resources, and regular training exercises, we prepare our deputies to effectively respond to any situation. Working together allows us to maintain public safety and uphold the trust of the residents we serve." Wake County Sheriff's Office